Queer Empowerment Council Fires Back at Texas A&M
March 6, 2025 – An LGBTQ+ student group has filed a lawsuit against Texas A&M University, challenging its recent policy that bans drag performances on all 11 public campuses within the Texas A&M System. The lawsuit, filed by the student organization that previously hosted Draggieland, argues that the ban violates their First Amendment rights to free speech and expression. “Drag is self-expression, drag is...
Object Falls From Sky and Lands in Quinlan Texas
March 6, 2025 – Residents of Quinlan, Texas, were startled Tuesday night when an unidentified object fell from the sky. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has since claimed responsibility, identifying it as part of an Air and Marine Operations (AMO) Tethered Aerostat Radar System (TARS). The system is a large, balloon-like surveillance tool used to monitor air and marine traffic, primarily along the U.S.-Mexico border....
Foundation’s Promise Fulfilled for Local Healthcare
March 5, 2025 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation has fulfilled itscommitment of providing $260,000 toward the $780,000 upgrade of the MRI machine at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs. Local physicians report clearer scans, resulting in quicker and more accurate test results. Radiology reports a 43% reduction in scan time, which has almost doubled the number of patients that can...
Chicken Combs, Straight Up Or Floppy?
March 5, 2025 – A chicken’s comb serves as an important indicator of health, circulation, and overall condition. When a chicken’s comb falls over, it can be due to several factors, including genetics, age, environmental conditions, and egg-laying status. Pendulous combs, or those that droop or flop to one side, are more commonly seen in laying hens. This is often because a hen’s comb enlarges and becomes more vibrant when she is...
It’s Not Your Imagination, Assaults on Teachers Are On The Rise
March 5, 2025 – Assaults on teachers in Texas have surged by 18% over the past two school years, with more than 3,500 staff members injured by students, highlighting growing concerns about safety in schools. The increase in violent incidents has placed immense pressure on educators, administrators, and lawmakers to address the underlying causes and implement effective preventative measures. Educators report facing physical...
Neiman Marcus says ‘No Thanks’ to Efforts Attempting to Save It’s Dallas Location
March 5, 2025 – Neiman Marcus has dismissed efforts to preserve its flagship store in Downtown Dallas as “highly unproductive,” signaling the luxury retailer’s firm stance on its future business strategy. The iconic store, located at 1618 Main Street, has been a staple in the city’s retail landscape for over a century, but the company is reevaluating its real estate footprint amid changing shopping habits and...
Felipe Medina
May 1, 1939 ~ March 3, 2025 (age 85) Funeral Service for Felipe Medina will be at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, March 7, 2025, at St. James Catholic Church. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at West Oaks Funeral Home. Felipe passed away on March 3, 2025, in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Felipe was born on May 1, 1939, to Florencio Medina and Victoria Rios in Mexico. Felipe Medina, born on May...
Wilma Thompson
January 15, 1934 — February 28, 2025 Sulphur Springs Funeral service for Wilma Thompson, age 91, of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home in Sulphur Springs, Texas with Craig Stuart and John Rhoades officiating. Visitation will be held from 3:00-5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home in Sulphur Springs. The Men of Davis Street Baptist...
Hope Weir
January 31, 1947 — March 2, 2025 Sulphur Springs Memorial service for Hope Weir, age 78, of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at a later date. Mrs. Weir passed away at Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs on Sunday, March 2, 2025. With our condolences.
Thousands Without Power Across Hopkins County
March 3, 2025 – An early morning wind storm raced across Hopkins County Tuesday. Thousands are without power as of 10 am. KSST suffered some minor equipment damage. We are working to reach normal operation.
